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In discussing the final set of value orientation pairs, we turn our attention to the tension between the amount of order and structure we want in our lives-a choice between hedonism and hierarchy. The Free Spirit The essential value theme for the Free Spirit is hedonism. Many people think that the term hedonism carries with …
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Today, we discuss the tension that exists between the past and the future. The Tradition and Creativity dimension explores how we retain the lessons of history and precedent while still striking out new ground by embracing innovation and change. The Stone Cutter The Stone Cutter is the builder that has based his craft on his …
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As our political season begins to ramp up, some folks may find this value orientation pair to be particularly interesting. The Gift Giver and Jester, each driven by humility and face, illustrate a fundamental tension that exists among aspiring leaders that touches on influence, optics, and impact. Gift Giver The Gift Giver works to bring …
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As we continue to examine the six fundamental value pairs, today we explore values at work. The Farmer and The Olympian describe how we approach work, how we evaluate our performance, and how we gain and retain motivation. The Farmer The Farmer toils day after day in the fields to cultivate a generous bounty to …
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As we continue with the six fundamental value pairs, we move to the disagreement over truth. But truth is never as simple as fact. We see this debate over truth manifested in a huge swath of critical areas of life–from a debate over western rationalism to eastern mysticism, from the scientific method to post-modern philosophy, …
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As we begin to explore the six fundamental value pairs, we start with one that is well established in literature–the dichotomy of individualism and collectivism. In terms of archetypes, I have labeled these groups Hermits and Healers. The Hermit The Hermit is an individual who above all wants to live life on his or her …
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One of the most important lessons the Value Zodiac teaches is that the vast majority of people are persuadable. Because of this, there are occasionally times when an effective message interacts with specific cultural circumstances to create resonance. At times like these, a mass consensus can quickly consolidate to create a mass movement. Suddenly the ideas …
Today we’ll examine our first President through the lens of the Value Zodiac. He rode a roller coaster of failure and hardship mixed with almost unimaginable glory and achievement. He rose from obscurity, personal struggle, and a history of painful personal setbacks to lead great armies in pivotal battles and later a great nation only …
It’s shocking to say that maybe the most renowned scientist in history is not a Scientist. But according to the Value Zodiac model, Albert Einstein was most likely the scientist’s nemesis — the Shaman. Einstein was a theorist. Theorists are thinkers that use conceptualization to perform educated guesses to discover truth. Theorists often intuit an …
Nick discusses the six inherent disagreements that span human values. You’ll learn about the Twelve Archetypes, how they interact, and what they mean for our goals and relationships.